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Medium RiskNHTSA
Vehicles/Commercial Vehicles

2018-2020 Heil Front End Loader Garbage Trucks Recalled for Fire Risk

Agency Publication Date: August 12, 2025
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Summary

The Heil Co. is recalling approximately 1,360 of its 2018-2020 front end loader garbage trucks due to a defect that could cause fires. Excessive vibrations in these vehicles can cause the front head hydraulic tubes to leak fluid. Heil will install stabilizing clamps, new hydraulic tubes, and update the vehicle's software free of charge to resolve the issue.

Risk

If hydraulic fluid leaks near an ignition source, such as the hot engine or exhaust components, it can cause a fire. This poses a significant safety risk to vehicle operators and anyone nearby.

What You Should Do

  1. This recall involves 2018-2020 Heil front end loader garbage trucks where excessive vibrations may cause hydraulic tube leaks.
  2. Contact Heil's customer service at 1-866-275-4345 to confirm if your specific vehicle is included in this recall and to arrange for the free repair.
  3. Schedule an appointment with an authorized service center to have stabilizing clamps and new hydraulic tubes installed, along with a necessary software update, all at no cost to you.
  4. Call the NHTSA Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153) or visit www.nhtsa.gov/recalls for additional information.

Your Remedy Options

๐Ÿ”งFree Repair

Install hardware and software updates to prevent hydraulic leaks.

How to: Heil will install stabilizing clamps, new hydraulic tubes, and update the software, free of charge. Owners may contact Heil's customer service at 1-866-275-4345.

Affected Products

Product: 2018-2020 Heil Front End Loader Garbage Truck

Recall affects approximately 1,360 units.

Additional Information

Agency: National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA)
Recall ID: 25V525000
Status: Active
Manufacturer: The Heil Co.
Sold By: Authorized Heil commercial vehicle dealers
Units Affected: 1,360 vehicles(100% estimated defective)
Park Vehicle: No
Park Outside: No
OTA Update: No
Product Type: Vehicle (V)
Recall Classification: Safety Defect
Owner Notification Date: October 30, 2025
Distributed To: Nationwide
Agency Last Updated: October 31, 2025

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AI-Enhanced Content: The summary, action steps, and risk assessment on this page were generated by AI from official government recall data to improve readability. This is not legal or medical advice. Always refer to the official agency sources below for authoritative information.

Sources: NHTSA Notice ยท Raw API Response